The Music of Viktors Bastiks
New York Latvian Concert Choir, Youth Choir "Balsis", Latvian Music Academy Mixed Choir, Latvian National Opera Chamber Orchestra, Andrejs Jansons
This selection of choral music by Viktors Bastiks (1912-2001) is drawn mainly from his rich output of sacred works. His almost 300 compositions in this genre form a substantial cornerstone of Latvian sacred music. Even though his compositional output is impressive, Viktors Bastiks is one of Latvia's most ignored composers, which makes this recording all the more significant. The musical language of Viktors Bastiks is clear and tightly knit, concentrated in form and expression, whether it be a simple folk song setting or the extended forms of his many cantatas. It is heartfelt music, natural and unaffected with a strong spiritual aura.
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Track Listing
| Title | Composer | Performer |
|---|---|---|
| Requiem | Viktors Bastiks | Youth Choir "Balsis," Latvian Academy of Music Mixed Choir, New York Latvian Concert Choir, Latvian National Opera Chamber Orchestra, Andrejs Jansons, conductor |
| Christmas Cantata | Viktors Bastiks | Youth Choir "Balsis," Latvian Academy of Music Mixed Choir, New York Latvian Concert Choir, Latvian National Opera Chamber Orchestra, Andrejs Jansons, conductor |
| Pilgrims' Song | Viktors Bastiks | Youth Choir "Balsis," Latvian Academy of Music Mixed Choir, New York Latvian Concert Choir, Latvian National Opera Chamber Orchestra, Andrejs Jansons, conductor |
| Crucified Jesus of Nazareth | Viktors Bastiks | Youth Choir "Balsis," Latvian Academy of Music Mixed Choir, New York Latvian Concert Choir, Latvian National Opera Chamber Orchestra, Andrejs Jansons, conductor |
| Pure in Heart | Viktors Bastiks | Youth Choir "Balsis," Latvian Academy of Music Mixed Choir, New York Latvian Concert Choir, Latvian National Opera Chamber Orchestra, Andrejs Jansons, conductor |
| Latvian Folk Songs | Viktors Bastiks | Youth Choir "Balsis," Latvian Academy of Music Mixed Choir, New York Latvian Concert Choir, Latvian National Opera Chamber Orchestra, Andrejs Jansons, conductor |
Reviews
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"These choral works were not written for effect or to impress, but rather composed to draw your attention to the sacred texts. And in that straightforward simplicity lies the impact. ...The music of Viktors Bastiks...is honest, unpretentious and faithful to its roots. ...The natural and real emotions within the writing are enough to carry the music along."
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